Most of our installations come with the standard arrangement having a suitable track height for most customer requirements.
Flush threshold sliding doors.
Marlin provides a free sample of the door system threshold profile for your planner and builder to work from.
Creating a flush threshold on sliding doors as well as effective drainage and weather protection has many benefits when planning a new extension.
Why a flush threshold on sliding doors is so important.
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Unlike a bifolding door sliding doors do not normally protrude over the threshold or frame on the inside or outside of the doors.
Vantage windows and doors is excited to offer a suite of flush threshold solutions for both residential and commercial applications.
The flowthru solution works seamlessly with vantage and elevate sliding door and bi fold door systems where a flush sill is desired.
As mentioned by americans with disabilities act ada and federal fair housing act ffha.
Ansi a117 1 and ffha contain other requirements such as clear opening width operating reach range heights etc.
By using the sample you will know exactly how to set the masonry at the correct height to support the threshold and achieve a low or flush appearance.
Free door profile samples.
In addition to creating seamless transition between living spaces the inclusion of a flush threshold minimises the risk of trips and falls and ensures ease of accessibility.
Of course you don t always need a low level threshold on sliding patio doors.
This is because sliding doors do not hinge like folding doors and clearance to enable the doors to fold to the inside or the outside is usually not required.
Together we ensure the opening is correctly built and the correct drainage method the doors need.
The flush threshold drainage channel can be used as drainage across sliding door bases and be designed to continue along building facades or walls.
When designing a sliding door flush threshold we work with your architect and builder.
Thanks to the specially designed connector section with epdm seal and screw these flush threshold drainage channels can be designed up to lengths to suit your elevation.
Sliding door threshold requirement is based on ansi a117 1 referencing type a accessible units.
One great piece of advice is to ask us to provide a door track and threshold sample to your builder.
Not only does a flush threshold provide a very attractive detail with the doors open or closed but it also provides step free access as you move in and out of your home.
Lift slide system a lift slide system elevates the door panels before gliding them across the track utilizing durable wheels and stainless steel rails for optimal opening comfort.
What is the best way of achieving flush or low thresholds on sliding patio doors.
